Is My Solution Correct for Solving Temperature in This Equation?

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The equation for temperature derived from the pressure equation P = (0.4887 psi/*c)T + 13.80 psi is solved by isolating T. The correct manipulation involves rearranging the equation to P - 13.80 psi = (0.4887 psi/*c)T. Subsequently, T can be expressed as T = (P - 13.80 psi) / (0.4887 psi/*c). This method ensures that T is isolated on one side of the equation, providing a clear solution for temperature.

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Homework Statement



How would i solve this equation for temperature?
P= (0.4887 psi/*c)T + 13.80 psi.


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to solve for temperature would i divide p like this?
T= 0.4887psi/*c + 13.80psi/P
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I know it's a simple problem, i just want to make sure I'm doing it correctly?
 
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Hi livblue23! :smile:
livblue23 said:
How would i solve this equation for temperature?
P= (0.4887 psi/*c)T + 13.80 psi.

to solve for temperature would i divide p like this?
T= 0.4887psi/*c + 13.80psi/P

Nooo …

always start by shoving everything around so that T is the only thing on one side:

P - 13.80 psi = (0.4887 psi/*c)T

and then … ? :smile:
 

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